Nigerian Gardneri Killifish (Fundulopanchax gardneri nigerianus)

Fish in the family Nothobranchiidae. Easy care. Freshwater.

Quick facts

Scientific nameFundulopanchax gardneri nigerianus

FamilyNothobranchiidae

Also known asNigerianus Gardneri, Innidere, Misaje

Care levelEasy

Reef safetyFreshwater

TemperamentSemi Aggressive

DietCarnivore

Adult size2.5 in

Minimum tank size10 gallons

Water parametersTemp 70-78°F, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 5-15 dGH

Appearance

Population strain of gardneri with intense yellow fin margins over a blue-green spotted body; collection-locality strains traded by code.

Difficulty and care for the Nigerian Gardneri Killifish

Easy

Origin and habitat

Nigeria (West Africa)

Keeper notes

Sparring males; one male per small tank or add cover. Aggressive at feeding.

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